Profitloss Centerstage Events

The commencement of protection of online falsehood and manipulation act in Singapore took center stage on Thursday, 3 October 2019 among all major events across the globe, and remains the highlight of this week's list of center stage events.
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Centerstage events of week 5

Kristalina Georgieva assumes the role of Managing Director of the...

Kristalina Georgieva assumes the role of Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund, succeeding Christine Lagarde.

Monday, 30 September, 2019

The World Trade Organization grants authorization to the United States...

The World Trade Organization grants authorization to the United States to impose annual tariffs of approximately $7.5 billion on goods from the European Union. The decision stems from a longstanding dispute over subsidies provided to Airbus, affecting Boeing airplane sales. The US announces specific tariffs on Airbus planes and other goods, set to be implemented on 18 October.

Tuesday, 1 October, 2019

Singapore's Protection from Online Falsehoods and Manipulation Act (POFMA) comes...

Singapore's Protection from Online Falsehoods and Manipulation Act (POFMA) comes into effect, granting the government enhanced powers to combat the spread of false information. Concerns are raised by rights groups and journalists regarding potential limitations on dissent and free expression.

Wednesday, 2 October, 2019

Russian Deputy Prime Minister Yuri Borisov visits Venezuela, reaffirming Russia's...

Russian Deputy Prime Minister Yuri Borisov visits Venezuela, reaffirming Russia's support for President Nicolás Maduro and announcing new trade agreements with the country facing economic challenges.

Thursday, 3 October, 2019

The Jordanian government reaches an agreement with the teachers' union,...

The Jordanian government reaches an agreement with the teachers' union, ending a month-long strike that impacted 1.5 million students. The strike, prompted by pay concerns amid austerity measures, concludes with a resolution between the government and the union.

Friday, 4 October, 2019

Kosovo holds early elections to elect new members of the...

Kosovo holds early elections to elect new members of the Assembly. Vetëvendosje, led by Albin Kurti, achieves an unprecedented victory. Kurti's party emerged as the largest political force in Kosovo in the previous election and continued to exert pressure on the government as the opposition. He became Prime Minister in February 2020.

Saturday, 5 October, 2019

The Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine is awarded to...

The Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine is awarded to Peter J. Ratcliffe, William Kaelin Jr., and Gregg L. Semenza for their groundbreaking discoveries on cellular oxygen sensing and adaptation.

Sunday, 6 October, 2019